Returnal vs The Finals
Both Returnal and The Finals share Steam Achievements — so which one deserves your time? Returnal wins 2 of our metrics to 1.
Returnal
The Finals| Metric | Returnal | The Finals | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Player rating | ★ 4.15 | ★ 3.67 | Returnal by 0.48 (12%) |
| Catalog popularity | 1,860 adds | 1,647 adds | Returnal by 213 (11%) |
| Avg. playtime | 8h | 3h | Returnal is longer |
| Platform families | 2 | 3 | The Finals |
| Release year | 2021 | 2023 | The Finals is newer by 2 yr |
Platform exclusives
- The Finals only: Xbox
Verdict
Returnal takes 2 of 3 measurable categories. Both lean on Steam Achievements, so whichever you pick, the core feel carries over.
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Base game data via RAWG. Comparison computed by us.